Read about journalism and media in German
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In today’s lesson, we will delve into the intriguing world of journalism and media, all while learning German. This subject is not only central to how we understand the world around us but also plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion and democracy. As we explore 20 key phrases related to journalism and the media, you’ll gain insights into how to discuss news, reports, and media ethics in German. Whether you’re an aspiring journalist, a media enthusiast, or simply keen on expanding your German vocabulary in this area, this lesson is tailored for you.
German Phrases on Journalism and the Media
- Der Journalismus – Journalism
- Die Medien – The media
- Die Zeitung – The newspaper
- Der Bericht – The report
- Die Nachrichten (pl.) – The news
- Der Artikel – The article
- Die Schlagzeile – The headline
- Der Nachrichtensprecher / Die Nachrichtensprecherin – The news anchor (male/female)
- Die Pressefreiheit – Press freedom
- Der Kommentar – The comment
- Die Reportage – The reportage
- Das Interview – The interview
- Die Redaktion – The editorial team
- Der Verleger / Die Verlegerin – The publisher (male/female)
- Die Auflage – The circulation
- Das Feature – The feature
- Die Untersuchung – The investigation
- Die Ethik – The ethics
- Die Meinungsfreiheit – Freedom of opinion
- Die Online-Medien – Online media
Practice Sentences
- Die Zeitung hat eine hohe Auflage. (The newspaper has a high circulation.)
- Der Bericht über die Wahl war sehr detailliert. (The report on the election was very detailed.)
- Die Pressefreiheit ist in einer Demokratie essenziell. (Press freedom is essential in a democracy.)
- Der Artikel diskutiert die Ethik des Journalismus. (The article discusses the ethics of journalism.)
- Online-Medien haben die Art und Weise, wie wir Nachrichten konsumieren, verändert. (Online media have changed the way we consume news.)